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F716 AFX

2005 Honda Africa Twin

Multi-colour Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

71,554 mi
Last recorded71,554 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF716 AFX
MakeHonda
ModelAfrica Twin
Year2005
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 71,554 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2025 71,551 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 22 Jun 2024 70,760 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 70,128 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 68,906 miles

rear tyre worn to excess in centre of tread

Pass 19 Aug 2013 68,644 miles

rear tyre worn to excess in centre of tread

Pass 2 Jun 2012 67,967 miles

drivechain slack

rear sprocket worn to excess

Pass 19 Oct 2010 66,296 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 66,172 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 65,005 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 64,047 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 60,335 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2006 60,335 miles

Floor brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.C1a)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

How Reliable is the Honda Africa Twin?

Based on 3,073 MOT tests across 282 vehicles.

86.7%
Pass Rate
866
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
282
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 36
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 24
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 13
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F716 AFX is a 2005 Honda Africa Twin in Multi-colour with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

The most common reason a Honda Africa Twin fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 36 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F716 AFX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Africa Twin typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 21 years old, this Honda Africa Twin is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F716 AFX registered?

F716 AFX is a 2005 Honda Africa Twin, first registered on 14 June 2005.

Is F716 AFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for F716 AFX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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